Trailence

Hiking - LE CASTELLET - Font de Mars

A journey back in time on the route of the old medieval trail from Toulon to Marseille, through garrigue and maquis.

“For me, the Vallon de Mars is a classic example of the interaction between humans and nature. People lived here in the Neolithic period, the Romans established a camp here, the medieval path passed through it, and the local hill-dwellers worked here. All of this is still more or less visible and shows how this site sustained human life. Now, it's a pleasure to gaze upon the landscape amid the heather fields.” Stéphane Auffret, mountain guide.

In summer, the area is at high risk of fire. As a result, access is regulated from 21 June to 20 September. Check the access conditions for the forest areas, which are updated daily on the Var prefecture website.
Location
Le Castellet
Type
Loop
Distance
10.14 km
Duration
≈ 2h55
Ascent
343 m
Descent
343 m